Emma Miller
Ekaterina Romanova named the best herbal preparations for fighting excess weight and told how long the weight loss process will take. Dietitian and nutritionist Kateryna Romanova told us whether it is possible to lose weight on herbs and which ones are best suited for fighting excess weight.
First of all, the expert noted on Instagram that slimming herbs or herbal remedies help not only to lose weight and lose weight but also to normalize metabolism and get rid of toxins.
According to her, the first noticeable result from the use of herbs is visible in 2-3 weeks: extra pounds disappear, and the liver and intestines are cleansed of toxins.
“On average, the course of taking herbal preparations to get rid of extra pounds and completely cleanse the body is one and a half to two months, taking into account proper healthy nutrition. If you abuse fast food and hope that the miracle herb will help you lose weight and fat will not be stored, I can disappoint you. This will not happen,” the nutritionist wrote.
What herbs will help you lose weight
- flaxseed, marshmallow root, spirulina algae, and fucus vesiculosus reduce appetite;
- parsley, dill, buckthorn bark, laxative, fennel, and anise normalize the digestive system;
- goosefoot, horsetail, bear’s ear, milk thistle, immortelle, dandelion, strawberry leaves, and barberry have choleretic and diuretic effects;
- senna, buckthorn, anise, yarrow, and chamomile have laxative effects;
- coltsfoot, nettle, birch leaves, and elderberry flowers normalize metabolism;
- rosemary, ginger, red pepper, and turmeric increase energy consumption.
The nutritionist also told us who should not take herbal teas for weight loss. The list of contraindications is as follows:
- allergic reactions to herbs;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- chronic diseases;
- individual intolerance.
Earlier, Australian nutritionist Paula Norris gave advice on how to lose weight without reducing portion sizes and make food healthier.
Nutritionist Yulia Chekhonina debunked the popular myth that vegetable oils are not harmful to the figure and can be safely used to make salads while losing weight.
